Transportation Demand Management

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What is Transportation Demand Management (TDM)?

TDM is just a fancy way of saying: we improve transportation outcomes for everyone
by maximizing smart mobility choices that meet and exceed travelers’ needs.

Why TDM in Monterey?

Maximize Existing Transportation Infrastructure for Today While Continuing to Plan for Tomorrow

Helping Employees Get to Work, Students/Faculty Get to Campus, and Visitors Get Around Town

Lead by Example as a Community and as a Major Employer

When do you use TDM?

Start with once a week, if you are a !
We promise you will it!
And then do it every day, just like a good !

What are the Outcomes of TDM?

Employees

Recruitment and Retention of Workforce

Improved Quality of Life

Return on Investment

Businesses

Business Continuity

Returning Customers

Increased Purchases

Residents

Healthier Lifestyles

Cleaner Environment

A world-class City to live, visit, and work in

Community Benefits of TDM

The benefits of reducing dependence on the automobile are extensive,
not only to an organization but also for the larger community.

Environmental Benefits

Reduced dependence on fossil fuels and green house gas emissions

Reduced congestion and energy consumption

Improved air and water quality reduced emissions and fluid leaks)

Reduced heat dome effect (reduced need for paved surfaces)

Economic and Financial Benefits

Reduced car ownership, maintenance, and parking cost

Reduced need for expensive regional vehicular infrastructure, yielding lower return on investment than transit

Reduced cost of healthcare (over the long-term) • Attracts individuals that value a multi-modal environment (representing much of today’s work force)

Transportation System Benefits

Reduced traffic congestion resulting in time savings

Enhanced overall access, convenience, and connectivity

Social Benefits

Improved quality of life in communities with transportation options (walkable and bikeable)

Allows for social interactions and community connectedness

Reduced fragmentation and safety issues caused by wide, high-speed roads

Enables an aging population to retain independence in the community

Health and Safety Benefits

Improved health through active transportation (biking and waking)

Improved air quality

Reduced stress levels